As previously reported, Chinese media revealed that specific in-game terms from League of Legends and fighting games could be modified to suit a tournament like ASIAD. This information is highly reliable, as ASIAD is always a traditional sports event. While Esports in general and titles like League of Legends in particular often contain many sensitive terms.
Many viewers have expressed concern that these changes may cause titles like League of Legends to lose their unique characteristics. However, there are also many opinions supporting the changes to align with the spirit of ASIAD. Indeed, if Esports, or games like League of Legends, want to be recognized as legitimate sports, they need to make adjustments according to the regulations of traditional sports events. Moreover, ASIAD Hangzhou could serve as a significant stepping stone for Esports to gain wider recognition.
Recently, according to some information from the LPL, plans are underway to incorporate football terminology into fighting games like League of Legends at the upcoming ASIAD. According to Mr. Wang, a commentator working directly at the Road to ASIAN Games 2022 (the tournament that seeds Esports for ASIAD), for example, when a player takes down 3 opponents within a certain timeframe, it would normally be called a Triple Kill. However, in this case, it will be changed to hat trick (a player scores 3 goals in a match in football).
Information from commentator Wang is highly reliable as he is working directly at an ASIAD-affiliated tournament. Moreover, the reasonable adjustment and use of football terminology will not undermine the uniqueness of fighting Esports, as football is also a highly competitive combat sport. However, fans may have to wait a little longer before the ASIAD organizers officially announce these adjustments.